Crispy Roasted Ranch Chickpeas (Healthy Snack)

This recipe for roasted chickpeas is one of my favorite healthy snacks with a nice amount of fiber and plant-based protein. It took me a while to perfect how to make this perfectly crispy but Ive got it! This is so easy, simple, and delicious. It has a beautiful crunch! You can use the suggested ranch seasoning - or you can season this many different ways. I love ranch seasoning, dill pickle seasoning from Trader Joes, keep it simple with salt and pepper, or do a more Moroccan flair with cumin, paprika, turmeric, ginger, garlic and chili. So many ways to make this to your favorite flavor!

INGREDIENTS

1 can chickpeas, drained and rinse

1 tablespoon olive oil or oil of choice

2 tablespoons ranch seasoning (I love Trader Joes or use Hidden Valley)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Open can of chickpeas and drain liquid from can. Place chickpeas in a bowl and rinse and drain again.

2. Using 3-4 paper towels, place drained chickpeas on top of 2 napkins and place a napkin on top of chickpeas. Gently rub to dry the surface of the chickpeas. Skin may come off - simply discard the skin.

3. Place parchment paper on baking sheet and place towel dried chickpeas on parchment paper. Drizzle olive oil and lightly toss chickpeas. Place in oven and bake for 20 minutes.

4. Remove from oven and sprinkle seasoning on top of chickpeas. Place chickpeas back in oven and bake for 5 minutes.

5. Remove from oven. Allow chickpeas to cool until you are able to handle and enjoy.